Category Archives: Industry Insight

82% of Gen Z in India believe Spotify is the ultimate antidote to doom-scrolling: Culture Next Report

Mumbai, 28th October 2024: Spotify’s sixth annual Culture Next Report reveals how Gen Z in India is using music and podcasts to forge meaningful connections, soundtrack life’s pivotal moments, and shape mainstream culture. The report highlights the generation’s unique relationship with audio as they navigate both digital and real-world experiences. Breaking the isolation: Music as […]

Think Indie ushers in a new era with its first exclusive deal for Asal Kolaar’s ‘Paiya Dei’

Breaking Boundaries for Tamil Artists on a Global Scale Mumbai, 25th October 2024: In yet another prominent release which is building further on the foundation of the Tamil music scene, Think Indie- the independent label under Think Music, is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with none other than Asal Kolaar, the dynamic Tamil rapper […]

WOMI & BluPrint Unite to Celebrate Female Talent in Music

New Delhi, 27th September 2024: In a landmark event, WOMI (Women of Music India) and BluPrint, a talent management agency based in Delhi, brought together 100 executives and artists to celebrate women in the music industry. This milestone event in Delhi aimed to empower female creators and foster an ecosystem of growth and collaboration. For […]

Junglee Music & Windows Production collab again for Four highly anticipated Bengali films

Mumbai, 26th September 2024: Junglee Music, a division of Times Music, and Windows Production are set to captivate audiences once more with a sensational lineup of Bengali films. This powerhouse collaboration, which has been a benchmark in Bengali cinema since 2013, is gearing up to release four highly anticipated films, including Bohurupi (October 2024) and […]

Women of Music India (WoMI) expands to Delhi, celebrating key milestones & industry support

Mumbai, 23rd September 2024: Women of Music India (WoMI), an organization dedicated to amplifying the voices of women in the Indian music industry, has announced its official expansion into Delhi. Led by a diverse group of women from various facets of the music industry, WoMI opened its doors to a no-fee membership, offering a platform […]

Universal Music India launches Vedam Records, with the release of ‘Break Of Dawn’ by Ricky Kej

Vedam will introduce traditional Indian sonics to the Wellness music category, following the tenets of the Indian Vedic Wellness Systems (I.V.W.S) to support Yoga, Meditation, Focus, Sleep and Chakra Balancing. Mumbai, 12th September 2024: Universal Music India, a division of Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment, has announced the launch of Vedam […]

IPRS brings the Soundscapes of India – Gateway to the World!

New Delhi, 21st August 2024: In celebration of its 55th Anniversary, The Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. (IPRS) is organising ‘Soundscapes of India – Gateway to the World,’ in collaboration with MusiConnect India, taking place from August 31st to September 2nd, 2024. Set against the backdrop of India’s bustling capital, New Delhi, the global music […]

Republic Records signs AP Dhillon!

New album The Brownprint and a single – Old Money on their way! Mumbai, 7th August 2024: Republic Records, owned by the world leader in music-based entertainment – Universal Music Group, is known to be a home to an all-star roster of multi-platinum, award-winning legends and superstar artists. The brand has legends ranging from Taylor […]

The Indian music that the world listened to in 2024!

Mumbai, 24th July 2024: Imagine this: ‘Yimmy Yimmy’ on one of Spotify’s hottest pop playlists, ‘Afropop’! Over the last few years, the export of music in Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, and Telugu has grown, owing to cross-cultural collaborations and increased artist discoverability on platforms such as Spotify. In the first half of 2024, songs featuring Indian […]

Sony Music joins forces with LA-Based Record Label D36 to propel South Asian Music globally

Strategic partnership between Sony Music Entertainment and D36 opens new doors to successful international collaborations with South Asian artists  Mumbai, 12th June 2024: Sony Music Entertainment (SME) announces a global joint venture with Los Angeles-based record label D36. D36 is a Los Angeles-based company formed in 2021 that provides a platform to aspiring musicians from […]